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December 10, 2014

Year-Round Lawn Tips

No matter the time of year, there is always something you
can do to make your lawn greener and healthier. We know things like watering
are important. That’s why a quality lawn sprinkler system with a timer is such
a great investment. But what else can you do to make sure your lawn is a lawn
for all seasons?

Spring

·Make sure your lawn receives the proper amount
of water and fertilizer. This will help it recover from a long winter. This is
the time of year when temperatures rise and grass begins to grow.

·Lay your sod. Spring is a great time top lay sod
because the ground is warmer and the rainy days will help with the growing
process.

Summer

·See if your lawn needs another feeding. If it is
rainy summer, your lawn may need another round of fertilizer.

·Mowing with regularity. Keep your lawn mowing to
a set schedule.

Fall

·Add some top-dressing. Spread a quality
top-dressing over the lawn.

·Remove the leaves. You can rake the leaves or
use a mulching mower to reduce the leaves top mulch, benefitting the lawn and
the soil.

Winter

·Avoid excessive walking on the lawn. Too much
foot traffic can damage a fragile lawn during the cold weather.

·Get rid of remaining leaves. During milder
winter days, dispose of any remaining leaves on the lawn.

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Phil Goold is a retired landscaper of 30 years. He loves being outside more than anything else, except maybe pie. He enjoys connecting with other landscapers and gardeners because everyone brings something new and fun to the table. Connect with Phil on Twitter and Google+.